KIT
Engineering Secure Systems
Fraunhofer IOSB
Fraunhofer Institute of Optronics, System Technologies and Image Exploitation
FZI
Research Center for Information Technology
KIT
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

KASTEL Security Research Labs

As one of the leading international research institutions, KASTEL Security Research Labs contributes to the interdisciplinary research of holistic solutions for the security and data protection of complex networked systems. We span the arc from basic research to application research, including timely transfer to business, society, and politics. We explore the quantification of security and privacy. In doing so, we are guided by the unity of research, teaching, and innovation.

Special Issue of KASTEL Security Research Labs “Insight” 2025 Focus on: Topic Engineering Secure Systems

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Jul 15, 2025

Programs as Mechanical Works of Art – “Code Beautiful Like a Clock” at the ZKM

As part of the opening event of the “Art, Summer, Technology” series hosted by Dr. Isabel Gallin (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology), the interactive installation “Code Beautiful Like a Clock” was on display at the ZKM | Center for Art and Media on Friday, July 11, 2025. The piece was developed by Prof. Dr. Jörn Müller-Quade (spokesperson for the KASTEL Security Research Labs) and Dr. Jeremias Mechler (KASTEL SRL researcher).

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Jul 09, 2025

Quantum Computing and Cybersecurity: Europe’s Roadmap in Focus

Quantum computing is advancing at a rapid pace, signaling profound changes in IT security and digital sovereignty. As part of the INNO DAYS 2025, WIBU Systems AG hosted a moderated panel discussion on July 3, bringing together leading experts in cybersecurity, cryptography, semiconductor technologies, enterprise software, and quantum research.

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Mar 25, 2025

“Distinguished Paper Award”, at Network and Distributed System Security (NDSS)

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It is our ambition not only to conduct research, but also to transfer our knowledge. That is why KASTEL Security Research Labs (SRL) offers diverse programs to deepen the knowledge in the field of IT security for professionals and students.

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Publications: Insights into our Research

The research results at KASTEL Security Research Labs are highlighted by numerous outstanding publications. Get insights into our research work.

Publications
Sep 15, 2025
Legal Informatics

Towards Legal Knowledge Transfer Based on Software Architecture

Boltz, N.; Wagner, J.; Sterz, L.; Raabe, O.; Gerking, C.
2025. Software Architecture : 19th European Conference (ECSA 2025), Limassol, CY, September 15–19, 2025

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Sep 01, 2025
Software Engineering

Beyond Retrieval: A Study of Using LLM Ensembles for Candidate Filtering in Requirements Traceability

Fuchß, D.; Schwedt, S.; Keim, J.; Hey, T.
2025. 2025 IEEE 33rd International Requirements Engineering Conference Workshops (RE)

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Jun 24, 2025
Software Engineering

Traceability Support for Engineering Reviews of Horizontal Model Evolution

Cederbladh, J.; Kamburjan, E.; Manrique-Negrin, D. A.; Mittal, R.; Weber, T.
2025. Systems Engineering, e70001.

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